Ohio § 1729.17

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1729.17, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1729.17.

(A) Each member entitled to vote shall have one vote, except that the articles or bylaws

of the association may permit the following: (1) Voting by members in accordance with the amount of business done with or through

the association. (2) Voting by delegates, including a voting system that provides any one or a combination

of the following: (a) That a delegate may cast only one vote; (b) That a delegate may cast one vote for each member represented by the delegate; (c) That another form of delegate voting may be used. (3) Voting by delegates or certain members on matters that are to be submitted to a member

vote. (4) Voting by any combination of the methods set forth in division (A)(1), (2), or (3)

of this section or any other method of voting set forth in the bylaws, provided the

association is controlled by the members. (B) If the articles or bylaws provide that only delegates or certain members are entitled

to vote on matters to be submitted to a member vote, “member” or “members,” as used

in this chapter with respect to the right of a member to vote, voting procedure, the

required proportion of member votes, actions that are required or permitted to be

taken by members, and the number of members required for a quorum, means the delegates

or other members entitled to vote.  Where voting is based on the amount of business done, provisions of this chapter

requiring a vote of the members are met if the required membership vote is satisfied

based on the voting power of the members.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1729.17

What does Ohio Revised Code § 1729.17 cover?

Section 1729.17 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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